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Devil's Dyke is a 100 metre deep V-shaped dry valley on the South Downs in Sussex in southern England, 5 miles north-west of Brighton. It is managed by the National Trust, and is also part of the Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill Site of Special Scientific Interest.
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Devil's Dyke is a 100 metre deep V-shaped dry valley on the South Downs in Sussex in southern England, 5 miles north-west of Brighton. It is managed by the National Trust, and is also part of the Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill Site of Special Scientific Interest.
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Devil's Dyke is an amazing location with the best view of Sussex, ever. So many great views and so many walking routes to discover. Perfect for a dog walk, picnic or basically any excuse you need to get outside and enjoy the view from the top of the Dyke. The only complaint I have is the overly harsh parking situation, it's a bit messy and always busy. For example I went there at 7pm on a Summer Sunday evening and there were 2 confused couples by the parking ticket machine not sure if they had to pay or not, when I looked it had a sign saying "parking changes apply from dawn until dusk" which seems rather questionable seeing as the sun was setting? Is that dusk? Why not just have "9am to 8pm" like the rest of Brighton? A weird, annoying quirk in an otherwise perfect setting.
Nick JNick J
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Beautiful location great for walks, for childs, families with strollers and pets. There are different paths to follow, depending on the duration and difficulty you’d like, but even the most difficult walk is not too challenging (couple hours, not too steep but not accessible to strollers). The dyke itself is the only point pretty steep, but you are up in approx 10 mins. There are also completely plain paths and you can still admire the dyke from above. The views are amazing. Midway, you can also get to a small farm village with a quaint caffè that serves teas and pastries. Otherwise, at the parking lot there’s a nice pub with indoor and outdoor seating, that serves food and drinks. Also accessible with public buses from Brighton, every ~40 mins or so.
Giada PignataroGiada Pignataro
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I've been to most parts of the UK at various times of my life. The area of the South Downs just north of Brighton and Hove is up there with the best in my opinion. Best what, you might ask? If you like fresh air and countryside, enjoy flying kites or paragliding, love hiking, having an ice cream or a full roast in a pub, this place has it all. The view from the top is simply breathtaking with the Weald displayed below spreading out into the distance with farms and various roads. You can hear farm animals, tractors. On a warm summer's day it is the place to be. It can get busy, there's a car park you can use which doesn't cost much to stay for long but I don't think it's hard to get to hiking from Brighton and the effort will be well rewarded!
Ammar HassanAmmar Hassan
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Outstanding landscape feature in the South Downs, situated not far from Brighton. Believed to have been formed in the last age, it's the UK's longest dry valley, and is home to an array of wild flowers, particularly in spring and early summer. A variety of walking trails are available, including one down to the base of the valley that allows you to fully appreciate its scale. The site was home to an amusement park in the Victorian era, remains of which can still be seen today around the top of the valley. There's plenty of parking (free for National Trust members) outside the Devil's Dyke restaurant. From here there are sweeping views north to the High Weald and Surrey Hills. One of the most dramatic geological features in the South Downs.
Andrew ThomasAndrew Thomas
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5 stars for the huge variety of walks you can do in this wide West Sussex valley. It's a sought after hiking destination, however it's never too busy for you to find yourself lost in nature on your own. Well-displayed signposts for all liking: short, medium, long or circular walks. You can't get bored of it. Whether you go downhill and visit the small nearby villages or just go across the dyke (=canyon) or through fields or across forests. Useful tip: download the South Downs free app to choose your route. Or just take the 77 bus from Brighton station, get off at the last bus stop and get lost. You'll always find a way back (but don't forget your google map! 😉)
SaraSara
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Its not very often you get a metropolis, seaside living and a national trust park all so.close to each other! A mere 15 minute drive from Brighton and Hove will find you at Devil's Dyke! A pretty spectacular part of the South downs! Your walk can be as easy or as difficult as you like excellent for walking your dog, paragliding, mountain biking, you name it! You can feed and water yourself and the Devil's Dyke pub too! A definite must see whether you are moving to the area or here for a visit! My shody camera work does not do it justice! P.s Cow's and their mess can been found in South facing fields if anyone is interested in that! 😉
Toria PearsonToria Pearson
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